"Rising" is a moment of transition, a quiet yet powerful ascent from the depths of "Falling" and into the clarity of "Finding." It represents the tender phase of rebuilding—of light beginning to break through after darkness, of warmth returning where there was once only cold. The golden yellows evoke a sunrise, not just on the horizon but within the self—a gradual illumination of hope and purpose.
The soft blending of colors mirrors the delicate and uncertain process of rising. It’s not a sudden leap, but a gentle, almost hesitant movement upward, where past shadows—represented by the deeper purples and magentas—still linger but no longer dominate. This painting is about the beauty of vulnerability, of regaining strength after loss, and the quiet triumph of standing once more. In the context of the series, it holds the promise of what comes next: the discovery and clarity of "Finding."